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Oct. 19

Lost Hollow:

More than two years after the garden announced that Duke and Dot Kimbrell were giving the garden a $2 million challenge gift, and after nearly a year of construction, this spectacular garden is finally ready to open. Lost Hollow will open with 3 acres developed and a host of places to explore. 9 a.m. Price included in admission. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont. 704-825-4490. www.dsbg.org.

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There will be an open court for adults (college-age and older) for individuals willing to try a new sport. Free instruction and equipment will be provided for first-time players. 3 p.m. Nano Center, 624 Matthews Mint Hill Road, Matthews. 704-849-8316. www.nanosports.co.

Our Vanishing Americana – A North Carolina portrait:

Davidson-based author/photographer Mike Lassiter will share discoveries from his book “Vanishing Americana: A North Carolina Portrait,” and the PBS documentary he produced that chronicled his journey. Reservations required: kellis@tlwf.org or 704-714-4445. Part of the Explore History! series sponsored by the Levine Museum of the New South and The Duke Mansion. 3 p.m. Free. Duke Mansion, 400 Hermitage Road, Charlotte. 704-714-4400. www.dukemansion.com.

Thomas McNickle is well known as a virtuoso landscape painter, but alongside these representational compositions, he has always been equally compelled to create a body of abstract works. The gallery also welcomes the esteemed artist Mary Frank with an exhibition of her powerful and poignant sculpture and works on paper. 10 a.m. Free. Jerald Melberg Gallery, 625 S. Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte. 704-365-3000. www.jeraldmelberg.com.

Talk by Andrea Wulf, historian and author of “Founding Gardeners: The Revolutionary Generation, Nature, and the Shaping of the American Nation.” Wulf looks at the lives of George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison and how their attitudes toward plants, gardens, nature and agriculture shaped America. Refreshments at 7 pm. 7:30 p.m. Free. www.charlottegardenclub.com. Mint Museum Randolph, 2730 Randolph Road, Charlotte. 704-337-2000. www.mintmuseum.org.

Learn about the new laws regarding voting and changes for the 2016 election with the emphasis on the new voter-ID requirements. You may also register if your registration has expired. 10 a.m. Free. www.charmeck.org. Tyvola Senior Center, 2225 Tyvola Road, Charlotte. 704-522-6222. www.cmseniorcenters.org.

Thomas McNickle and Mary Frank exhibitions:

Thomas McNickle is well known as a virtuoso landscape painter, but alongside these representational compositions, he has always been equally compelled to create a body of abstract works. The gallery also welcomes the esteemed artist Mary Frank with an exhibition of her powerful and poignant sculpture and works on paper. 10 a.m. Free. Jerald Melberg Gallery, 625 S. Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte. 704-365-3000. www.jeraldmelberg.com.

Gallery exhibit – third annual juried exhibition:

Works by North and South Carolina artists on the theme “Mountain Views to Coastal Waters.” All works available for purchase. 10 a.m. Free. Charlotte Fine Art Gallery, 7510 Pineville-Matthews Road, Charlotte. 704-541-0741. www.CharlotteFineArt.com.

The Inaguaral Prevention is the Cure Golf Tournament:

Due to an increase in youth alcohol and drug abuse, Myers Park High School decided to partner with the Center for Prevention Services to raise awareness on the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse in an interactive way. Proceeds benefit the Center for Prevention Services, a local nonprofit alcohol and drug awareness group. 12 p.m. $75 a person, $300 per four-person team. mpcharitygolf.weebly.com. Raintree Country Club, 8600 Raintree Lane, Charlotte. 704-542-8150. www.raintreecountryclub.com.

Exhibition and sale:

The Watercolor Club of Charlotte is holding an exhibition and sale of member paintings. 1 p.m. McDowell Art Center, 123 McDowell St., Matthews. 704-321-7275. www.matthewsartistsguild.org.

Parkinson’s support group:

Experience a support group designed for those living with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. Learn from speakers and share your thoughts and experiences. Light snacks provided. Reservations: Betsy, 704-909-2070. 5 p.m. Free. The Ivey Memory Care Day Center, 6030 Park S Drive, Charlotte. 704-909-2070. www.theivey.com.

Thomas McNickle is well known as a virtuoso landscape painter, but alongside these representational compositions, he has always been equally compelled to create a body of abstract works. The gallery also welcomes the esteemed artist Mary Frank with an exhibition of her powerful and poignant sculpture and works on paper. 10 a.m. Free. Jerald Melberg Gallery, 625 S. Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte. 704-365-3000. www.jeraldmelberg.com.

Gallery exhibit – third annual juried exhibition:

Works by North and South Carolina artists on the theme “Mountain Views to Coastal Waters.” All works available for purchase. 10 a.m. Free. Charlotte Fine Art Gallery, 7510 Pineville-Matthews Road, Charlotte. 704-541-0741. www.CharlotteFineArt.com.

Male caregiver support group:

A free group that provides support and resources for men who care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Reservations requested. Adult day care services available during the meeting with advance notice. 12 p.m. Free. The Ivey Memory Care Day Center, 6030 Park S Drive, Charlotte. 704-909-2070. www.theivey.com.